In the quest to look our best hiding dark circles under the eyes is one of the most important of cosmetic challenges. There are two products that are both effective in concealing the signs of fatigue and dark circles under the eyes and that is concealer and camouflage makeup.

Concealer products fall in the category of camouflage makeup and at effective at hiding the darkness around the eyes as well as covering scars. Concealers normally come in yellow to cancel out the bluish purple colors, which appears as dark circles under the eyes. Concealers are thick, creamy and opaque and tend to collect in the areas that crease.

There are many products on the market used to conceal dark circles under the eyes though some people opt for color correctors also considered camouflage makeup. Which product you use depends on the colors you are trying to cover. A color-corrector product is used to reduce the signs of redness and colors associated with bruising as well as dark circles. Camouflage products come in lavender and green tints and have a more fluid texture like foundation.

The good news is that concealer products and camouflage products can be used together to achieve the optimum effect for hiding dark circles under the eyes. This is the case in patients that have had plastic surgery. Usually with a facelift or rhynoplasty there will be bruising and darkness under the eyes, and the skin may be bruised and red. Apply the camouflage product first followed by the concealer. Once you have blended both products to the under eye area, you are then ready to apply foundation for a smooth, finished, and fresh look.